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Get to know Ojilvia Barrera, CPB, aka your favorite accountant/tax preparer.
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My Professional Resume
Skills
Bilingualist, Spanish and English
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Certified Professional Bookkeeper, May 2021​
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QuickBooks Desktop & Online, 2018 - Present​
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Education
Springdale High School
IT Academy - Accounting
Microsoft Office Mastery certificates
JAG Program
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Northwest Arkansas Community College
Associates in General Studies
A.S Business Admin. (Walton College of Business Transfer)
A.A.S Business Mgmt Accounting Technology
Technical Certificate Accounting Technology
Certified Professional Bookkeeper
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University of Arkansas
B.S.B.A in Accounting
​Seven-plus Years of Work Experience
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Bottom Line Bookkeeping & Tax Services, early 2018 - July 2021
with Cyndy Tripp
bookkeeping, payroll processing, year-round payroll tax reporting, sales tax reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and individual & business income tax preparation.​
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Bookkeeper Plus, October 2021 - May 2023
with Mary Schopp & Jeff Thames
bookkeeping, payroll processing, year-round payroll tax reporting,
and sales tax reporting.
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Self-Employed, July 2021 - Present
bookkeeping, payroll processing, year-round payroll tax reporting, sales tax reporting, and individual & business
income tax preparation.
A Bit Personal
Building a business where I can provide honest, high-quality accounting services to my community has long been my goal—and I’m grateful and proud to have achieved it. My accounting career began in high school, where I had the opportunity to work for a local accountant while completing my studies. Gaining real-world experience alongside academic training gave me a strong foundation and a practical understanding of the tax and accounting needs of everyday clients. Balancing online coursework with the demands of business ownership wasn’t always easy, but each challenge strengthened my dedication and the experience shaped my work ethic and helped me grow into the professional I am today.​
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Many of you have known me since my early years working alongside Cyndy Tripp, and I am deeply thankful for the trust you’ve placed in me. Your encouragement throughout my education and transition into owning my own firm has played a huge role in my journey and has meant more than words can express. Thank you for allowing me to continue serving you with integrity, care, and commitment.​
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A special thank you to my hard-working parents, Gonzalo & Ojilvia Barrera, who immigrated to the United States from Apipilulco, GRO, MX in search of a better life and bigger opportunities. Also, to the best mentor I could ever ask for, Cyndy Tripp.
I was raised here in Northwest Arkansas and don't plan to leave this beautiful state! Alongside my passion for helping others through accounting, creativity, learning, and faith help keep me grounded.​
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Outside of the office, I enjoy spending time with my fiancé and our families, watching soccer, crafting, gardening, studying new languages/topics, caring for my freshwater fish tank, and of course, spending time with God.
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Jeremiah 29:11 | John 8:12 | 1 John 4:7
UARK Grad, Dec. 2024